The painting on our cover is “Nurturing Mother” by S. Hwisedeh of Liberia, part of the “We Are One Family – The Gullah/Africa Connection” exhibit at LyBensons Gallery at 211 Charles Street in downtown Beaufort. The exhibit, sponsored by LyBensons and The Gullah Festival, will open with a reception on Friday, May 27th from 6 – 8:30 pm, followed by an open house on Saturday, May 28 from 11 am – 3 pm. Special guest will be celebrated Lowcountry artist Jonathan Green. For more information, call (843) 525-9006.